Law Firm for Race Discrimination in the Workplace
Have you received unfair treatment at work due to your race or ethnicity? Racial discrimination in the workplace is not a thing of the past. As anyone who has experienced it can attest, it’s anything but. The good news is the experienced race discrimination attorneys at Underdog Law Office are here to fight for justice for you.
As a worker in Oregon, you have the right not to be discriminated against for your race, and at Underdog Law Office, we’ll fight for your rights. Our lawyers have extensive experience representing clients in complex cases just like yours and have built a successful track record for getting results, whether that means negotiating settlements or going to trial.
If you believe you have a racial discrimination case in Oregon, contact us today. Our race discrimination law firm only ever represents employees – and never corporations. We’re proud to offer complimentary consultations to help you in planning your next steps.
What Are the Different Types of Race Discrimination in the Workplace?
Race discrimination isn’t always obvious. It can take many forms, from overt acts of prejudice to subtle biases that systematically disadvantage employees of a certain race. Under both federal and Oregon state law, it is illegal for an employer to make any job-related decision based on a person’s race or ethnicity. This protection applies to every phase of employment and can manifest in numerous ways, including:
- Unfair hiring practices: You don’t have to be an employee of the company to experience race-based discrimination. It can happen as early as the hiring process. If you believe a less qualified candidate was hired due to racial factors, there may be a discrimination case.
- Denial of promotions: An employer cannot deny you a promotion, a raise, or an opportunity for advancement that you have earned because of your race. This includes being repeatedly passed over for positions for which you are qualified in favor of other, less-qualified candidates of a different race.
- Unfair wages: Federal and state laws require equal pay for equal work. It is illegal for an employer to pay an employee less than another who performs a similar role and has similar qualifications and experience, simply because of their race.
- Wrongful termination: If you were fired, laid off, or forced to resign because of your race, you may have a claim for wrongful termination.
- Harassment: This can include racial slurs, offensive “jokes,” displaying racist symbols, or other unwelcome conduct that alters the conditions of your employment.
- Retaliation: It is illegal for your employer to punish you or take any adverse action against you for reporting what you believe to be racial discrimination. This can include being fired, demoted, reassigned to a less desirable position, or having your hours cut.
Signs of Racial Discrimination in the Workplace
We usually build a case by identifying a pattern of behavior or actions that suggests an underlying discriminatory motive. While every case is unique, some common signs of potential racial discrimination include:
- You are held to a higher standard of performance than colleagues of other races.
- You hear supervisors or coworkers using racially charged language, stereotypes, or “jokes.”
- You notice a pattern where promotions and desirable assignments are given to employees of a particular race.
- You are excluded from meetings, projects, or social events that are relevant to your job.
- Disciplinary actions for minor infractions are applied more harshly to you or other employees of your race.
Racial Discrimination Law Firm in Portland
Facing discrimination at work is an isolating experience, but you do not have to fight it alone. At Underdog Law Office, we are relentless in our pursuit of justice for employees who have been discriminated against.
Our commitment is exclusively to you, the employee. We never represent corporations. This singular focus ensures that your best interests are always our top priority. If you have been subjected to unfair treatment because of your race, it’s time to hold your employer accountable. Let the dedicated race discrimination attorneys at Underdog Law Office fight for the justice and compensation you deserve.
Contact us today to schedule your free, confidential consultation.
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